Vesturland Region, Iceland

Overview

Vesturland is one of the traditional eight regions of Iceland, located on the west coast of the island. It is characterized by its unique geography, diverse landscapes, and high population density.

### Geography
The Vesturland region covers an area of approximately 9,554 square kilometres, making it comparable in size to Cyprus. It is situated in the northern part of Faxafloi Bay, bordering the Höfuðborgarsvæði region, which houses the capital Reikiavik. To the south and south-east lies Suðurnes, while to the north-east lies Norðurland Vestra, and to the north lies Vestfirðir.

The region's coastline is marked by the Snæfellsnes peninsula, known as "Iceland in miniature" due to its unique geological features, including several volcanoes and glaciers. The Snæfellsjökull glacier is one of the most notable, with nearby waterfalls such as Barnafoss, Glymur, and Hraunfossar. The region's fjords include Borgarfjörður, Breiðafjörður, and Grundarfjörður.

Population

The population of Vesturland is approximately 15,601, with a high population density of 1.51 residents per square kilometre, one of the highest in the country.

### Administrative Division
Vesturland is divided into four counties and eleven municipalities:

#### Counties
* Borgarfjarðarsýsla
* Dalasýsla
* Mýrasýsla
* Snæfellsnes-og Hnappadalssýsla

#### Municipalities
* Akranes
* Borgarbyggð
* Dalalyggð
* Eyja- og Miklaholtshreppur
* Grundarfjörður
* Helgafellssveit
* Hvalfjarðarsveit
* Skorradalshreppur
* Snæfellsbær
* Stykkishólmur